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HK03 MGY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 MGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026
Fail 9 Jan 2026

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2025
Fail 10 Jan 2025

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2023
Fail 18 Dec 2023

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2023
Fail 9 Jan 2023

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021
Pass 5 Jan 2021 67,336 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 65,838 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 63,746 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 61,669 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 61,666 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 59,726 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 59,726 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 58,023 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 56,732 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 56,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 53,763 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 51,701 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Jan 2012 48,193 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 46,332 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 42,175 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 37,321 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 31,460 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 27,930 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 22,596 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 17,356 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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HK03 MGY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK03 MGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HK03 MGY?

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What year was HK03 MGY registered?

HK03 MGY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is HK03 MGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 MGY shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK03 MGY have outstanding finance?

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